Collaborators
Dallas OIPSS
The Office of Integrated Public Safety Solutions (OIPSS) was created in April 2020. Under the R.E.A.L. Change Initiative. Implemented by the City Manager, the OIPSS works proactively to address systemic factors that contribute to criminal activity. By providing non-law enforcement solutions, OIPSS improves quality of life in the community and reduces the demand for police service.
CPTED
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design or CPTED (pronounced sep-ted) is an actionable interpretation of prior research suggesting the condition of the built environment impacts instances of crime in that area. Intentional selection of environmental features such as building design, landscaping, and outdoor environments results in decreased instances of violent crime. In addition to reducing crime rates, the proper design and effective use of the built environment contributes to increases in positive social interactions, feelings of security, and quality of life for users of the space.
CPTED assessments have occurred at several locations throughout Dallas, and provide local buildings with recommendations based upon their level of risk. Areas of assessment include:
Territorial reinforcement- Development of physical attributes contributing to a strong sense of ownership within a space.
Surveillance- Placement of physical features impacting the perception that people can be seen in the area.
Access control- Ensures people are physically guided through spaces by design of streets, sidewalks, entrances, and landscaping.
Maintenance and activity support- Continued use of a space for its intended purposes.
When used together, these elements strengthen total premise security and personal safety. Minimum standards of security have been codified into Dallas City Code, to be regularly enforced. Current progress is displayed on the map below.
Community Partners
Contributions of Partner Organizations
Contributions of Not My Son
790
Pounds of Trash Removed
4,420
Pounds of Produce Distributed
884
Individuals Served at Produce Drives
7
D.I.C.E Events Supported
Contributions of Robin Hood INC
715
Pounds of Trash Removed
3,050
Pounds of Produce Distributed
613
Individuals Served at Produce Drives
9
D.I.C.E Events Supported
Contributions of the Serun Foundation
500
Pounds of Trash Removed
0
Pounds of Produce Distributed
0
Individuals Served at Produce Drives
2
D.I.C.E Events Supported
Contributions of the United Peoples Coalition
751
Pounds of Trash Removed
4,770
Pounds of Produce Distributed
1349
Individuals Served at Produce Drives
25
D.I.C.E Events Supported
Contributions of Bachman Lake Together
0
Pounds of Trash Removed
1,500
Pounds of Produce Distributed
300
Individuals Served at Produce Drives
3
D.I.C.E Events Supported
Contributions of the Oak Cliff Veggie Project
In addition to engaging in direct distributions, The Oak Cliff Veggie Project supplies all produce for D.I.C.E distribution events. Both amounts have been included, to convey the full scope of their work.
28,900
Pounds of Produce Supplied Citywide
6,660
Individuals Served with Supplied Produce
0
Pounds of Trash Removed
1,860
Pounds of Produce Distributed
373
Individuals Served at Produce Drives
3
D.I.C.E Events Supported
Contributions of Goldmark Cultural Center
0
Pounds of Trash Removed
3,100
Pounds of Produce Distributed
505
Individuals Served at Produce Drives
4
D.I.C.E Events Supported
Contributions of Pop Up Comfortt
126
Pounds of Trash Removed
2,720
Pounds of Produce Distributed
462
Individuals Served at Produce Drives
7
D.I.C.E Events Supported
Cumulative Weight of Impact combines weight of produce distributed and trash removed.